Lake Traverse vs Mud Lake
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Traverse County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Traverse is the larger of the two at 10,849 acres against 2,449 for Mud Lake. On our rankings, Lake Traverse comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Traverse comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Traverse comes out ahead for boating, Lake Traverse comes out ahead for camping, Lake Traverse comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Traverse comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Traverse | Mud Lake |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 75 / 100 | 34 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Browns Valley | Wheaton |
| Surface area | 10,849 acres | 2,449 acres |
| Max depth | 12 ft | 7 ft |
| Shoreline | 78.6 mi | 33.9 mi |
| Water clarity | 4.3 ft | 1.6 ft |
| Public access | 8 public boat launches (concrete) | 2 public boat launches (concrete) |
| Fish species | 25 | 0 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie | — |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | No |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | None listed | None listed |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Traverse or Mud Lake?
Lake Traverse is bigger at 10,849 acres; Mud Lake covers 2,449 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Traverse or Mud Lake?
Lake Traverse is deeper, with a maximum depth of 12 feet against 7 feet.
Is Lake Traverse or Mud Lake better for fishing?
Lake Traverse ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Traverse lists 25 species and Mud Lake lists 0.